After installing the bracket system appear in many problems with the teeth cleaning. This procedure is complicated by the fact that the leftover food stuck in the structure elements. A cleaning with dental floss and a brush does not give a complete purity, still it takes a long time. It irrigator for braces thoroughly and quickly clean dental design.
Irrigator designed for efficient cleaning of the oral cavity. The thin tip of the directional jet of water knocks the leftovers from hard to reach places and massages gums. Those who wear braces such a device successfully replace filaments and brushes.
All tips for irrigators are designed so that they can not cause damage to the teeth or gums. In using the instrument tip does not touch the teeth cleaning is performed due to exposure to water. The head of the machine can get all the remote corners of the mouth, removing bits of food stuck.
This device is very convenient and easy to use. A cleaning braces using irrigator will not take much time. After the procedure, a feeling of freshness will remain for a long time.
Keep in mind that this device does not replace a manual toothbrush - he only completes its action.
types of devices
By design, irrigators are:
- classic stationary;
- compact road;
- acting on the aqueduct.
For cleaning braces fit all three. And to choose the irrigator for braces defining face it, what better you need to consider the advantages and disadvantages of each.
classic
Stationary devices - the most common type. This can be explained by the comfort of its application.
Structurally they consist of a unit with a reservoir for fluid, the storage container and the nozzle of the irrigator which is attached to the base. The handle is connected to the device main unit thin hose for water supply. In general, such a small model that allows you to freely place them on the shelf in the bathroom.
Other advantages:
- capacious liquid container with a volume of 0.5 to 1 liter procedure allows fully without addition of water;
- instead of plain water, you can pour caring and disinfecting solutions;
- tips stored in a convenient compartment which prevents their loss;
- tank volume is sufficient for cleaning for the whole family;
- usually such irrigators can operate in different modes 10, thereby easily choose appropriate for themselves.
Only
travel
Road irrigator for braces is much smaller than normal. It consists of a handle, which is mounted fluid reservoir and the battery compartment. The container can be filled to 200 ml of water, sometimes less. But despite the small size of these irrigators are not inferior in power stationary.
Their other advantages:
- due to the compactness of the device can be taken in any business trips;
- in the set is usually a cover for the removable tip;
- in the tank, you can add fabric softener and care products;
- the price is lower than other kinds.
This is a convenient option for those who are often moved from one place to another. Also, portable devices are suitable for students who live in the dorm, and can not place near the sink ordinary irrigator.
The disadvantages of road models could be considered:
- weak functional, they usually operate in modes 2-3;
- filled weight unit can be 0.5 kg, which is not very convenient since it must keep all the time in the hand;
- small water tank;
- when using batteries, they will discharge quickly.
flow
When the device is not a flow-type liquid reservoir - they are immediately attached to the tap. The apparatus consists of a handle with a thin nozzle and hose for water. At the other end of the hose there is an adapter, which is worn on the output tap hole. Works such irrigator due to the water pressure coming from the water mains.
The advantages of such systems are:
- size is much smaller than that of stationary and even road;
- amount of water is not limited;
- special filters inside the machine purified water of chlorine and impurities;
- You do not need to charge the batteries.
Among the shortcomings:
- it is impossible to apply caring rinses;
- No adjustment methods feed water stream;
- It depends on the water pressure in the tap;
- you need to regularly replace filters;
- the filtration system can not cope with all the impurities by purification.
Criterias of choice
To find a quality irrigator for braces, you must take into account several factors - functional features, equipment and tank capacity.
Functional
The multi-function machine provides various methods of supplying water jet. It may be supplied continuously or pulsed. Pulsating jet cleans more thoroughly. When this method is used mikroudary, whereby contaminants are removed better.
Conveniently, when there is a possibility of the water jet pressure adjustment to gradually choose the best for yourself head.
Equipment
Included, in addition to standard baits must be present orthodontic tip. It has a more convenient form that is right for cleaning braces. Also, dentists recommend the use of rubberized massage brush. Its use helps to relieve the pain, which appear to wear braces.
volume
It was not necessary to interrupt the procedure to replenish the water tank, choose a device with a large capacity.
Popular models
Today in the shops can be found irrigators Russian and foreign production. Both have earned good marks from consumers.
Oral-B Oxyjet
Irrigator stationary type of German manufacture. In the liquid container can be poured to 600 mL of water. Operates in two modes, the set includes four nozzles. They can be used to clean and polish the tooth enamel and also to eliminate contamination with brackets and other orthodontic appliances.
Pros:
- easy to use;
- Reliable assembly;
- there is a system leak.
Minuses:
- a short power cord;
- on the shelf occupies a lot of space.
Donfeel OR-820
This stationary device is made Russian manufacturer who manufactures products for oral care. Used herein microbubble water supply system with a high frequency ripple. This allows you to effectively clean your teeth and braces.
Benefits:
- besides the usual nozzles in the set are lugs for cleaning the tongue, nose and periodontal toothbrush;
- affordable price.
Waterpik WP-450
This road version of the irrigator of the American brand. Miniature size and weight of only 350 grams. Operates in two modes, can also be adjusted and the water pressure pulsation. In a set of 4 nozzles are, among them the orthodontic. Feedback from customers machine cleans hard to reach places and braces.
Advantages:
- It works without wires;
- It holds a charge for a long time;
- Reliable assembly;
- compact.
Disadvantages:
- a small capacity of the reservoir for water;
- no-charge indication.
When choosing an irrigator for cleaning braces, consider all of these specifications. Preference was given to devices from reputable companies to be confident in their reliability.
